maybe D does not care much about legacy. perhaps she simply just really enjoys playing the game. might that be more valuable to her than how fans perceive her? i suspect that she may be more concerned with how her decision will affect her teammates' success -- will returning help them win or, in the long run, be a negative by impeding youngsters' development.
PacoSwede- - The other thing DT has to think about is injuries happen easier when the body gets old!
Well said. I believe every player should make their own decisions bout when they should retire. Caring fans look at a dvancing age as a sure shot omen to oncoming disasters. Perfect example is George Blanda, Played into his 50's.If Diana believes she can still contribute in a meaningful way, Go for it and lead your lifa as you want. If you decide yes, I wish you a fantastic season.The phrase" we have Diana and you don't" is still relevant. GO DIANA!!!!!
And that is virtually impossible when you're talking about a GOAT
Yes. It has to work both ways.
I might phrase it differently. If you're doing something you love, why would you want to stop?
That’s an interesting idea. DT could be a boost to attendance and a mentor to young players for an expansion team that’s probably just trying to be respectful in their 1st season.
I remember George Blanda as the quarterback for the Houston Oilers. The thing that let him play for so long was that he was an excellent place kicker.
And as you get older the chance of a serious injury becomes greater. DT had a great run, it's time to find something else to be great at.
If you were Diana would you see any attraction in that? I don't think so. She has spend here entire career/adult life in Phoenix. I think she'd want to go out in a Mercury uniform.
My favorite George Blanda story. In 1971 Blanda was the place kicker and backup QB for the Oakland Raiders, which was also Phil Villapiano’s rookie year. Villapiano idolized Blanda from the time he was a kid growing up in NJ, but he was afraid to say a word to Blanda until he was sure he had made the team.
You may be right. But at her age and salary level, I’m not sure many WNBA teams are willing to make a financial commitment to DT, including Phoenix. On the other hand, an expansion team like SF is going to have a few rookies and essentially several castoffs from other teams. The Valkyrie will not win a championship next season. So the possibility of signing DT as a way to boost ticket sales and interest is something to think about.
Wasn't Diana a California kid? So maybe it's a hook. I do understand how Diana could work for the Valkyrie, but I would hate to see her endure what their first season would look like in all probability.
DT grew up in Chino, CA, just southeast of LA. So yes, she’s a CA kid. But Chino is still a long way from the Bay Area. As for enduring a first season with the Valkyrie? I don’t know if DT would view it that way. She’s always been fearless on the basketball court, and might just view the opportunity to play 1 to 2 more years with an expansion team as a great challenge.
